Enhancing Internet Access in Underserved Areas

Enhancing Internet Access in Underserved Areas

In this episode of LATAM Digital, Christian O’Flaherty from ISOC explores the current state of internet access. Despite significant progress over the last 25 years, connectivity issues persist in many areas. The discussion highlights a shift from expanding network reach to enhancing existing technologies, and stresses the importance of government collaboration with operators to develop alternative internet access models in underserved areas.

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En este episodio de LATAM Digital, Christian O’Flaherty de ISOC explora el estado actual del acceso a internet. A pesar del significativo progreso en los últimos 25 años, los problemas de conectividad persisten en muchas áreas. La discusión destaca un cambio de expandir el alcance de la red a mejorar las tecnologías existentes, y enfatiza la importancia de la colaboración gubernamental con los operadores para desarrollar modelos alternativos de acceso a internet en áreas desatendidas.

Watch the full episode below.

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